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About Soaking Pool

The Old St. Francis School soaking pool is a sparkling gem – semi-enclosed in shimmering turquoise tilework, one is reminded of tropical locales, even while the central Oregon snow or rain falls in through the open ceiling! Admire the luminous stained glass window by David Schlicker and the tiles that were handcrafted, fired and painted by Justyn Livingston and installed by Boyer Tiles into a beautiful mural depicting St. Francis and others harvesting grapes.

The pool is filled with soft, buoyant water, which makes for a more environmentally friendly soak. You can feel a difference.

Overnight guests may use the pool as part of their overnight package. The general public is also invited for $5 per person (please bring your ID). Cubbies are provided with paid soaking pool admission however if you wish to lock up your belongings you must provide your own padlock.

All Soakers must be signed in at the front desk and admission paid when applicable

A valid photo ID is required for all adults entering the pool

Towels not provided

Perhaps a glass of wine after your soak is in order?

Soaking Pool Rules

Please note that the Soaking Pool will be closed the third Tuesday of each month for maintenance.

Minors (persons under 18 years) must be with a parent or guardian at all times

No smoking in the pool

No Glass containers

Please be respectful of other guests

No horseplay, jumping or diving

No pool toys or recreational flotation devices

Swimsuits are required & swim diaper required for any child not potty trained, NO EXCEPTIONS

Do not add bubble bath, soaps or fragrance into the water

No outside beverages or containers are allowed

The Hotel cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items

Items left behind in the soaking pool will be kept for one week before being donated.

Failure to comply with these rules and regulations is grounds for us to deny access to the soaking pool.

Thank you,
Management

About Our Soaking Pools

It is important to know that chlorine is present in our soaking pools. All of our pools (Edgefield, Kennedy School, Old St. Francis School, Grand Lodge, Crystal Hotel) utilize salt cells that convert low levels of salt (sodium chloride) to chlorine. This means that a saltwater pool is not actually chlorine-free – it simply utilizes a chlorine generator instead of a direct addition of chlorine.

To meet health department requirements, we also add granulated chlorine to break down and release contaminants from the pool.

The benefits of our saltwater spa systems include:

Smoother, softer-feeling water

Diminished chloramines formation

Less odor

Eco- & earth-friendly

Gentle to hair, even colored or blonde

Reduced eye irritation

Soothing to skin

Health benefits when using mineral salts

Easily adjusted sanitizer level

Many people previously convinced that they had an allergic or other aversion to chlorine found no such problems after experiencing a salt-based system. A salt system allows us to more precisely control the sanitizer output, often requiring lower levels to achieve water purity. The mineral salts have many health benefits of their own.

Salinity Levels: Lower Than You Think
When we think of saltwater, the ocean comes to mind. Seawater has a strong salty taste, and it can cause metal corrosion. Fortunately, the levels of salt used in our systems are very low by comparison. The table below give you some perspective:

The Old St. Francis School soaking pool is a sparkling gem – semi-enclosed in shimmering turquoise tilework, one is reminded of tropical locales, even while the central Oregon snow or rain falls in through the open ceiling! Admire the luminous stained glass window by David Schlicker and the tiles that were handcrafted, fired and painted by Justyn Livingston and installed by Boyer Tiles into a beautiful mural depicting St. Francis and others harvesting grapes.

The pool is filled with soft, buoyant water, which makes for a more environmentally friendly soak. You can feel a difference.

Overnight guests may use the pool as part of their overnight package. The general public is also invited for $5 per person (please bring your ID). Cubbies are provided with paid soaking pool admission however if you wish to lock up your belongings you must provide your own padlock.

All Soakers must be signed in at the front desk and admission paid when applicable

A valid photo ID is required for all adults entering the pool

Towels not provided

Perhaps a glass of wine after your soak is in order?

Soaking Pool Rules

Please note that the Soaking Pool will be closed the third Tuesday of each month for maintenance.

Minors (persons under 18 years) must be with a parent or guardian at all times

No smoking in the pool

No Glass containers

Please be respectful of other guests

No horseplay, jumping or diving

No pool toys or recreational flotation devices

Swimsuits are required & swim diaper required for any child not potty trained, NO EXCEPTIONS

Do not add bubble bath, soaps or fragrance into the water

No outside beverages or containers are allowed

The Hotel cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items

Items left behind in the soaking pool will be kept for one week before being donated.

Failure to comply with these rules and regulations is grounds for us to deny access to the soaking pool.

Thank you,
Management

About Our Soaking Pools

It is important to know that chlorine is present in our soaking pools. All of our pools (Edgefield, Kennedy School, Old St. Francis School, Grand Lodge, Crystal Hotel) utilize salt cells that convert low levels of salt (sodium chloride) to chlorine. This means that a saltwater pool is not actually chlorine-free – it simply utilizes a chlorine generator instead of a direct addition of chlorine.

To meet health department requirements, we also add granulated chlorine to break down and release contaminants from the pool.

The benefits of our saltwater spa systems include:

Smoother, softer-feeling water

Diminished chloramines formation

Less odor

Eco- & earth-friendly

Gentle to hair, even colored or blonde

Reduced eye irritation

Soothing to skin

Health benefits when using mineral salts

Easily adjusted sanitizer level

Many people previously convinced that they had an allergic or other aversion to chlorine found no such problems after experiencing a salt-based system. A salt system allows us to more precisely control the sanitizer output, often requiring lower levels to achieve water purity. The mineral salts have many health benefits of their own.

Salinity Levels: Lower Than You Think
When we think of saltwater, the ocean comes to mind. Seawater has a strong salty taste, and it can cause metal corrosion. Fortunately, the levels of salt used in our systems are very low by comparison. The table below give you some perspective: